There are five different styles of tai chi, and each type can be modified to suit your goals and personal fitness level. All tai chi incorporates continuous movement from one pose to the next.

Yang-style tai chi focuses on slow, graceful movements and relaxation. Therefore, the Yang style is a good starting point for beginners.

Wu-style tai chi places emphasis on micro-movements. This style of tai chi is practised very slowly.

Chen-style tai chi uses both slow and fast movements. This style of tai chi might be complex for you if you’re new to the practice.

Sun style tai chi shares many similarities with Chen style. However, the sun style involves less crouching, kicking, and punching, making it less physically demanding.

Hao-style tai chi is a lesser-known and rarely practised style. This style of tai chi is defined by a focus on accurate position and internal strength.